Patient Safety Observer Virtual

Hourly Pay Range:

• Sign on bonus: (if applicable)
• Position:
• Location: [City, IL]
• Full Time/Part Time: [Full Time / Part Time]
• Hours: Monday-Friday, [hours and flexible work schedules]
• Required Travel:

• Demonstrates a commitment to the mission of Swedish Covenant Hospital and demonstrates a service orientation and adheres to all responsibilities and standards of the Hospital.
• Demonstrates understanding and proficiency of the use of the video monitoring software.
• Maintains visual observation of patient at all times, either monitoring at the bedside within an arm's length of assigned patient or using video monitors in the virtual patient observation unit.
• Verbally redirects patients at the bedside or over digital two-way audio device that is in patient room. Patient Safety Observer immediately summons the nursing staff if the patient requires assistance or to alert to an emergency situation.
• Demonstrates the knowledge and skill necessary to provide the appropriate observation to the patient population requiring observation.
• Participates in report with on-coming Patient Safety Observer when arriving for shift, and upon completion of shift. Reviews pertinent information and behaviors.
• Does not provide any nursing care duties (e.g. vital signs, toileting, ambulation, acuity of daily living), unless they are oriented and authorized to direct patient care.
• Provides patient with explanations as necessary but does not counsel or provide opinions.
• Provides floor staff with information in a timely fashion when patient appears to pose a threat to themselves or others. Participates in a collaborative identification and reporting of patient safety issues. Assures patient environment safety. Seeks assistance with removal of any poten-tial safety hazard from room and reports findings to appropriate staff members.
• Demonstrates safe work practice and attitude, follows safety rules, works to prevent unsafe conditions and behaviors, and participates in organizational and department safety programs.
• Maintains patient dignity and privacy.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Capable of continuous monitoring of up to 16 patients on one monitor at one time and re-mains alert at all times while on duty
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients using a microphone and headset
• Ability to communicate with hospital staff and respond quickly to patient behavioral changes
• Ability to use discretion and courtesy when working with patients, visitors, and staff
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office applications
• Efficiency in multitasking and able to prioritize simultaneous situations

• High School Required
• Ability to sit for long periods of time and remain attentive to patient.
• Ability to react quickly in emergency situations, to give verbal redirection to patients and to alert nursing staff as needed.
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills required.
• Proficiency in both verbal and written communications.
• Certified Nursing Assistant - Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) Required

• Career Pathways to Promote Professional Growth and Development
• Various Medical, Dental, and Vision options
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Free Parking at designated locations
• Wellness Program Savings Plan
• Health Savings Account Options
• Retirement Options with Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Community Involvement Opportunities